Martelli Durum Wheat Pasta – Italian Macaroni from Tuscany 500g

Martelli pasta comes from a small mill in Tuscany that has been stone-grinding durum wheat and drying pasta at low temperatures since 1683. These macaroni are extruded through bronze dies and dried slowly, a method that preserves the rough, porous surface — ideal for holding sauce. The result is a noticeably different texture from industrial pasta: slightly nutty, with a bite that stays firm even when cooked al dente.

This is not a shortcut ingredient. Martelli macaroni demand the same care in cooking that their makers invested in production. A simple tomato sauce, a cacio e pepe, or a baked pasta all benefit from the wheat flavor that comes through when you skip the factory approach.

How to enjoy

• Toss with a slow-cooked tomato ragù and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano.
• Mix into a baked pasta dish with béchamel, mozzarella, and ham.
• Dress warm with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs for a simple aglio e olio style.
• Serve in a cold pasta salad with roasted vegetables and vinaigrette.

Product details

• Net weight: 500g
• Origin: Italy (Tuscany)
• Brand: Martelli
• EAN: 8018048000045
• Made from: 100% durum wheat semolina
• Drying method: Low-temperature traditional

⭐ Why we love this

Martelli represents the antithesis of industrial pasta—a family mill that has refused to compromise since 1683, bronze-dying and slow-drying every batch to preserve the wheat's natural flavor and structure. The rough surface that catches sauce and the subtle nuttiness that emerges during cooking are signatures of artisanal intent, making this macaroni a standout choice for anyone who tastes the difference between pasta as fuel and pasta as craft.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Pair with a bright, medium-bodied Italian red like Chianti Classico or a Barbera d'Alba—wines that echo the wheat's subtle earthiness without overpowering the sauce. Equally at home with a crisp Vermentino or Pinot Grigio if you're preparing a lighter, herb-forward dish.

📍 From Spain

While Martelli pasta originates from Tuscany's Val d'Orcia region, one of Italy's most celebrated grain-growing areas, Iberian Direct sources this exceptional product as a complement to our Spanish pantry—proving that the finest European artisanal foods belong together on your table, regardless of borders.